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Holy Family Home
2420 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601
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Assisted Living Communities in San Carlos, California
San Carlos, which rests halfway between San Francisco and San Jose, is minutes from a nature preserve to the west and the conveniences of Silicon Valley to the south. The area...
features approximately 501 assisted living providers. Seniors in these facilities pay a midrange price of $6,319 per month, higher than the respective national and state medians of $4,500 and $5,250.
Reviewers rated assisted living communities in San Carlos with an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars stars, based on 2141 reviews reviews available in our guide.
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Garden Hill Care Home
112 Garden Hill Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Mina's Elderly Care Homes Caring, located in Los Gatos, CA, provides hospice care and residential care home services. The community offers both private and semi-private rooms, catering to various preferences and needs.Rooms come with a range of amenities designed for comfort and convenience. Residents have access to meals provided by the facility and can participate in organized activities and programs. The community includes outdoor common areas and shared indoor spaces, promoting social interaction and outdoor enjoyment. Ambulatory assistance features are available, and the facility is gated for added security.Mina's Elderly Care Homes Caring supports its residents with a variety of services. Personal care services are available, along with special diets and dietary accommodations. Medication management services ensure residents take their medications correctly. Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, is also provided.
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Springtime Residence
2752 Mohawk Circle, San Ramon, CA 94583
WELCOME TO SPRINGTIME RESIDENCE: We are like your extended family here to help take care of your loved ones. We have attentive and loving staff helping out with bathing, grooming, dressing, eating and other daily activities. SERVICES PROVIDED: Provide quality, exceptional care for ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents Highly qualified and well trained staff available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Assist with activities for daily living (bathing, grooming, dressing, eating, etc.) and provide the best caring, loving home-like environment Provide delicious and healthy meals including breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Ethnic, Low Sugar, Vegetarian, Low Sodium, Gluten-free meals available Activities are planned according to the interests and capabilities of our Residents Provides Alzheimer’s care. Has special safeguards and trained in handling dementia behaviors Provide appropriate daily exercises Creative and educational activities Indoor activities and entertainment Housekeeping, medication assistance, laundry 24-hour controlled access security, door alarms, emergency in-room call system Attentive staff: At SpringTime Residence, we provide 24 hour professional care in an engaging and homelike environment. Individualized Care: We offer a person-centered care and service where activities are planned according to individual interests and capabilities. Comfortable rooms: We offer spacious, fully furnished and air-conditioned rooms with cable TV and high-speed internet access. We also provide housekeeping and laundry services.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$5,500
Valley Residential Care Facility
33389 University Drive, Union City, CA 94587
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Be-Be's Care Home #1
419 28th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Golden Hills Home Care Ii
5305 Pacific Terrace Ct., Castro Valley, CA 94552
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St. AnneÍs Home for the Aged
300 LAKE STREET, San Francisco, CA 94118
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St. Mary’S Residential Care Home
1245 Socorro Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Located near Levi's Stadium, the home of the San Francisco 49ers, St. Mary's Residential Care Home is convenient to shopping, dining and plenty of entertainment options. Seniors live in a quiet residential community with easy access to destinations like the Intel Museum, the shores of the San Francisco Bay and several local amusement parks. St. Mary's Residential Care Home is an assisted living community that also offers memory care. Use of the WanderGuard system, the property's secured grounds and the availability of wheelchair-accessible units and showers ensure the safety and security of residents with memory loss and mobility issues. Activities designed specifically for those with cognitive impairments fill out the social calendar. Communal meals feature menus that accommodate a range of dietary preferences, including Kosher and vegetarian options. Complimentary transportation is available for trips to local attractions, and devotional services are held on-site for those who prefer to worship at home. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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Rn Eldercare Prov. Inc.
3179 San Rafael Way, Union City, CA 94587
RN Elder Care Provider is a residential senior care home in Union City, California. The campus is located on a corner lot in the well-manicured Casa Verde neighborhood, adjacent to an open greenway with benches and a walking path. St. Rose Hospital is 4.3 miles from the facility, and Kaiser Permanente Union City Medical Offices are less than 2 miles away. This one-story facility has the capacity for up to six residents and offers private and shared rooms. Staff members are available around the clock, including an alert and ready night staff. RN Elder Care offers a low 3:1 resident-to-caregiver ratio and provides assistance with daily living activities, medication management, incontinence care and 24/7 safety checks for memory care residents. If an untimely health concern develops, a dedicated doctor is on call day and night for advice or a diagnosis. Three home-cooked meals are prepared and served each day, and accommodations are made for seniors with dietary restrictions. The staff at RN Elder Care organizes social and recreational activities to stimulate residents' mental and physical health and provides complimentary transportation for shopping, errands, and appointments. Pets are also welcome at this facility.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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Sunflower Care Home
631 Torrington Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Sunflower Care Home is an assisted living community located in beautiful Sunnyvale, CA, just outside San Jose in Silicon Valley. The city is home to Baylands Park, a wetlands area with walking trails and plenty of wildlife to observe. Weather in Sunnyvale is temperate year-round, which may be comfortable for seniors with health conditions. This is a small community, with room for just six residents, located in a quiet residential neighborhood, with a homelike setting. Eating, bathing and toileting assistance is given to residents as needed, with personalized care for the elderly. Mobility and transfer services are also rendered. A traveling barber or beautician is available to help with personal grooming. Three fresh meals are prepared daily with special consideration for those with health conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure. The goal of Sunflower Care Home is to provide residents with a welcoming environment, including social and recreational opportunities to develop new friendships. Exercise and wellness activities help seniors preserve their mobility and health, while different games challenge their wits. Other activities include music therapy, pet therapy, board games and outdoor excursions. Transportation for medical appointments or shopping trips is provided. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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Millbrae Board & Care Home
815 Murchison Drive, Millbrae, CA 94030
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Heather'S Care Home
3279 Langhorn Drive, Fremont, CA 94555
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Diablo Seniors Home
902 Diablo Road, Danville, CA 94526
Diablo Seniors Home is tucked away in a quiet residential area of Danville, just minutes from Interstate Highway 680, which gives quick access to local eateries, shops and a museum. Residents and visitors often praise the community, particularly for the cozy atmosphere, delicious home-cooked meals and beautiful gardens filled with colorful flowers. Diablo Seniors Home also receives positive remarks for the response and care provided by trained staff members. Residents enjoy medication management and other health services within a homelike setting. Daily recreational and social activities ensure residents remain both active and healthy.
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Amazing Grace Care Home
4617 Mowry Avenue, Fremont, CA 94538
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Florence Residential Care Home
1954 Rosemary Court, Fremont, CA 94539
Florence Residential Care Home is an assisted living facility located near major highways in Fremont, California. It has a capacity for six residents, creating a low staff-to-resident ratio, which allows the staff to spend quality time with every resident and get to know their personal needs. They offer companion suites and one-bedroom apartments, and transportation is provided to medical appointments. Activities include games and fun social events to encourage residents to get active and socialize. Family members give this facility high marks for creating a home-like atmosphere that provides comfort and care for their loved ones.
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Debbie'S Home Away From Home Iii
8949 Seneca Street, Oakland, CA 94605
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Family Circle Care Home
194 Canterbury Ave, Daly City, CA 94015
Family Circle Care Home is situated near King Plaza in Daly City, CA. Seniors can enjoy living close to the beautiful Milagra Ridge and the California Golf Club of San Francisco. A bus stop close to the care home offers easy access to city amenities. Family Circle Care Home is an assisted living facility. Seniors live in private suites, and ground floor units are available if required. Staff can offer medication reminders, blood glucose monitoring and one-person assisted transfers as well as continence care and transportation to medical appointments. Residents can enjoy a varied schedule of entertainment, educational activities and exercise. Seniors are encouraged to socialize with fellow residents and stay as active as possible to maintain their independence and dignity. Meals are served, and the meal plan includes freshly prepared dishes and light snacks. Picnics, cookouts and private dining options are available for special occasions.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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Olympic Home
2415 Olympic Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080
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Pelican Care Home
2824 Pelican Dr., Union City, CA 94587
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Coastal Home For The Elderly
159 Clarendon Rd, Pacifica, CA 94044
Coastal Home for the Elderly is located in Pacifica, a city in California on the Pacific coast. Seniors can enjoy scenic outdoor views at popular attractions such as Mori Point, Devil's Slide Trail and the Pacifica Municipal Pier. Coastal Home for the Elderly is a six-resident care facility for seniors 60 and above. The facility assists with personal and medical needs such as incontinence and mobility limitations. Residents with behavioral issues are accepted, and the staff is trained to de-escalate dangerous situations. Both short-term rehabilitation and long-term hospice care are available. Coastal Home for the Elderly serves residents all their meals and has vegetarian and kosher options. Residents can participate in on-site activities to remain physically and mentally engaged. The facility's indoor and outdoor common areas are accessible to give residents an opportunity to relax or socialize with others.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Carol
4.0
Review of San Carlos Elms
My husband and I heard about San Carlos Elms from a friend, and we went to look at the place. It was really nice and it would suit our needs. It was very warm, compact, and the people were very...
Assisted Living
Shirley
5.0
Review of San Carlos Elms
My mother was a resident of The Elms for over four years before she passed away at the age of 90 this past holiday season. My brother and I couldn't have chosen a better place for Mom. The staff is...
Assisted Living
Judy
4.0
Review of San Carlos Elms
San Carlos Elms is very good and has different levels of care. They have a nice dining room with good food service that's accommodating to his age group. There are a lot of activities that people...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Assisted living costs in San Carlos stand significantly above the California midrange price of $5,250 and the U.S. benchmark of $4,500. Moreover, city rates exceed Vallejo's cost of $4,950 by a notable $1,369 and are slightly higher than San Jose's monthly expense of $6,000. Farther north, Sacramento offers more affordable options at $5,225, lower than San Carlos. In contrast, Santa Rosa, at $7,048, presents a more expensive alternative, topping San Carlos' rates by $729.
San Carlos
$6,319
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Vallejo
$4,950
Sacramento
$5,225
San Jose
$6,000
Santa Rosa
$7,048
Paying for Assisted Living in San Carlos
In San Carlos, residential care communities charge a median fee of $6,319 per month for assisted living services.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in San Carlos
Senior citizens in California, as well as those with a qualifying disability, may be eligible for the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), which is a Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver that was created by legislation that directed the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). Los Gatos residents may find this especially helpful to afford senior care.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
In San Carlos, the median cost of assisted living sits at $6,319 per month; this type of care encourages an independent lifestyle while offering assistance as needed. In-home care, which provides basic support within the individual’s residence, costs $545 more. Home health care, priced higher at $7,150, offers additional medical services. Adult day care centers, which are only open during certain hours, are a more affordable option at $1,950, given their limited availability. Costs are much higher in nursing homes, which provide 24/7 medical supervision, at $11,566 for a semi-private room, making this option $5,247 more expensive than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,150
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$6,319
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,566
Note: Data for San Carlos was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in San Carlos
San Carlos and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in San Carlos, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in San Carlos
San Carlos Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit ourAssisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
